RM Sotheby’s Names Gord Duff as New President, Celebrating His Journey from Shop Intern to Industry Leader

Gord Duff’s 26 Year Journey at RM Sotheby’s Culminates in Leadership Role After Steering Iconic Automotive Collections and Milestone Auctions

• Gord Duff is named President of RM Sotheby’s, marking a 26-year journey from shop intern to industry leader.
• Duff has consigned some of RM Sotheby’s top collections at auction, including the record-setting Dare to Dream sale.
• Duff aims to build on RM Sotheby’s legacy with unique client experiences and innovative events, working alongside Shelby Myers, Global Head of Private Sales.
• RM Sotheby’s, the world’s largest collector car auction house, leads the industry with top sales and a global reputation for excellence.

BLENHEIM, ONTARIO, CANADA – November 14, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – RM Sotheby’s is proud to anounce long-time employee and partner, Gord Duff, as its new President. Since joining the company in 1998 as a shop intern, Gord has risen through the ranks, progressing from detailing and delivering cars to managing auction lineups to being responsible for some of the most significant consignments RM Sotheby’s has brought to market, and as such, has established himself as one of the most respected and trusted authorities in the collector car world. An integral part of RM Sotheby’s success for decades, his leadership, passion, and unparalleled knowledge of the market, along with his ability to build lasting client relationships, make him the perfect choice to guide the world’s most respected name in collector cars into an exciting new chapter.

“I’ve known Gord since day one when he first started at RM and have watched him grow into a cornerstone of RM Sotheby’s success, continuously leading by example with his deep understanding of the collector car world and unrelenting work ethic,” said Rob Myers, CEO of RM Sotheby’s. “Our clients trust him implicitly, and his ability to deliver remarkable results speaks volumes about his expertise, making him the ideal leader to continue elevating our brand and strengthening our position in the global market. His experience in the market and our company and colleagues, along with his ability to build long-lasting relationships with clients worldwide, has been key to both his and RM Sotheby’s consistent success.”

“RM Sotheby’s has been a second home to me for most of my adult life, and I’m proud to step into the role of President,” said Gord Duff, President, RM Sotheby’s. “I’ve worked alongside Rob Myers throughout my time here, and his belief in me from day one has been invaluable. I’ve worn many hats—shop intern, truck driver, global sales manager—and I’ll never forget the big milestones, like selling my first big car or the journey to winning Best of Show at Pebble Beach with an incredible client and our restoration team. Every day has been rewarding and unique, and I look forward to building on our success and shaping the company’s future.”

Duff has been at the forefront of RM Sotheby’s most significant milestones, spearheading various projects, including the groundbreaking and highly successful Miami 2022 boutique auction that paved the way for expansion into the greater Miami area with the newly created ModaEvents division. He has consigned some of the world’s greatest automotive collections, including the Masterworks of Design Collection, which featured the future Pebble Beach Concours Best of Show-winning Mercedes-Benz 540 K Special Roadster. Most recently, Duff consigned the Dare to Dream Collection—the highest-grossing private collection sale in the company’s history.

Duff’s vision for the future involves working closely with his partner, Shelby Myers, Global Head of Private Sales, to continue to grow RM Sotheby’s, providing extraordinary and unique client experiences and touchpoints that transcend the traditional event business. Following in the footsteps of company founder, Rob Myers, a true visionary, Duff looks forward to continuing and expanding on the legacy of innovation RM Sotheby’s has become known for.

In addition to his expertise in auctions and consignments, Duff is also deeply involved in RM’s Private Sales division and RM Auto Restoration, where he has worked with some of the world’s most iconic automobiles, including the famed Figoni-bodied Duesenberg Model J Torpedo, which was judged Best of Show at Pebble Beach in 2022.

About RM Sotheby’s

RM Sotheby’s is the world’s largest collector car auction house by total sales. With over 40 years of proven results in the collector car industry, RM’s vertically integrated range of services, from auctions (live and online) and private sales to estate planning and financial services, coupled with an expert team of Car Specialists and an international footprint, provide an unsurpassed level of service to the global collector car market. RM Sotheby’s is currently responsible for six of the top ten most valuable motor cars ever sold at auction.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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